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Phishing Email Prevention Methods - Why Are They Critical?

By Bob Gorman posted yesterday
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"You should be prepared to defend yourself from any kind of attack" – I guess you've heard this line many times before. Since we were kids, we always listened that there are bad people (or a big bad wolf) out there, trying to get to us. With the rise of the Internet, things only got more complicated. It wasn't enough to just play it safe, and avoid any suspicious pages and resources. They were attacking us practically on our cyber doorstep – right into our e-mail boxes. So, we had to act fast and figure out how to protect ourselves from one of the most common forms of cyber-attack – phishing. What exactly is phishing? One of the easiest forms ...
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How Can a White Label SEO Reseller Help Your Business Succeed?

By Bob Gorman posted 2 days ago
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There are numerous ways that you can make sure that your business is going to succeed when it comes to SEO work and that includes working with a white label reseller. The experts that you are partnering with would be able to make sure that everything is done properly and that you can give your current clients whatever they need or want. You can get the work that you need for your clients done without having to worry about a single thing, so why not offer them everything that they need? Here is everything that you need to know about how white label SEO Reseller partner can help you with a successful business. Technology for Tracking Rank The experts would ...
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Top 3 in the List of Best Press Release Distribution Services in the Market

By Haris Saeed posted 2 days ago
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Press release distribution has become a very important element of guaranteeing success in an online market that is filled with competition and new players looking for ways to move ahead in the game. Marketing and PR have never been as difficult as the conditions that prevail in the present times. It is important to successfully implement an effective press release distribution system so as to guarantee the maximum amount of success for your company. However, the numbers of press release distribution services that are available in the market at the moment are many and finding the best can become a taxing job. It is important to select the best service provider ...
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Leadership History

By Johanna Roche posted 3 days ago
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1969 Jean-Paul Carlhian, FAIA February: New York City National Design Issue: Grand Central Terminal March:Washington, DC Co-meeting with Urban Design Committee 1970 Ralph P. Youngran, FAIA January: Washington DC Historical Savannah Controversy: Program of Social Responsibility and Relevance May: Chicago National Design Issue: Illinois Central Air Rights June: Boston AIA Headquarters Building October: Washington, DC Nominations for Critics Medal/25 Year Award 1971 Henry N. Cobb, FAIA March: Washington, DC Design Review Boards Nominations June: New York City "The New Zoning": Design Review ...
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How to Do Branding For Your Architecture Business

By Bob Gorman posted 6 days ago
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Your brand is a foundation stone for the success of your architecture business - if you don’t lay it right the whole construction will collapse, no pun intended. There are thousands of architecture firms out there, battling to be recognized. And the most powerful weapon in that battle is called brand awareness . A strong brand will not only make your business recognized, but it will also facilitate differentiation in the marketplace and evoke positive feelings towards your services. Branding for architecture firms is a bit different because they are service-based and therefore reputation-oriented organization. This means that their offerings are usually ...
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The Three Reasons You Need A Notary To Help You With Any Real Estate Transaction

By Miles Wiseman posted 6 days ago
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When you are dealing with real estate sales and purchases that involve large amounts of money, it is quite intimidating. You cannot go through it alone without any guidance, and unless you have knowledge in the real estate field, you are going to be facing it with a lot of guesswork and uncertainty.   However, there is a solution to that which will give you the peace of mind that you will be needing when you are dealing with any type of real estate purchase and sale that involves more money than what you are used to on a normal day to day basis. The solution is going to DC Mobile Notary because all of the uncertainty and guesswork that comes with ...
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How to Decorate Your Architecture Office

By Bob Gorman posted 7 days ago
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As you already know, creativity and inspiration come from within, and their trigger is usually coming from external factors. That’s the reason why you should consider setting up your architecture office in a way that’s going to awake your creative power. The text below will help you get started, so go ahead and learn about some effective decorating ideas. Start from the lighting In order to focus on your work, your office should be spacious, well aired, and most importantly to have a lot of light. The main source of light should be coming from windows, but long hours and winter time will force you to invest in some lamps. Go ahead and search sites ...
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HRC Chair letter: May 2019

By Lauren A. Pinney Burge AIA posted 8 days ago
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There is a lot to talk about in the world of Historic Preservation right now.  From proposed changes to the National Register of Historic Places rules to the tragic fire that destroyed the roof and spire of Notre Dame Paris, we aren’t at a loss for topics to discuss.  With A’19 Conference just a few weeks away, we will all have a chance to connect and discuss these topics that affect our work and touch our hearts. The Historic Resources Committee Advisory Group has prepared comments on the proposed rule changes for the National Register. Thanks to Advisory Group member Jill Gotthelf, AIA for her efforts in composing the response. The effort ...
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Conservation and fire science: a delicate balance

By Daniel J. Lemieux AIA posted 12 days ago
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By Daniel J. Lemieux, AIA, RIBA and Nicholas E. Ozog, PE Energy efficiency and conservation of our natural resources have arguably become two of the most significant influences on the design and construction of our built environment. The demand for deep-energy retrofits and adaptive reuse of post-war and more recently constructed modern and post-modern built assets is a reflection of this trend. In the wrong hands, this demand can create fertile ground for the introduction of exterior wall components and materials that may increase the risk for fire, particularly when regulatory enforcement is weak, product substitutions are not fully vetted and untested products ...
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Cyberlove 2019`

By Sam Floyd posted 13 days ago
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As I sit here and stare at this box of bolts, this combination of wires, RAM, and blinking LEDs, I glare at this machine that performs countless millions of complex permutations in mere seconds, I think to myself, “Where’s the love?” It’s in there. And it’s out there. It is the multi-billion dollar industry spawned by the simplest of human needs: the never-ending search for love. It’s cyberdating, and it’s a good thing. Literally, at the click of a mouse, the woman of your dreams is at your finger tips. And you should try it! I’m finding it ever more difficult to find a gal that I like and that also likes me. As a matter of fact, women don’t even need ...
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5 Elements of a Modern Architecture Office

By Miles Wiseman posted 13 days ago
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The modern office and business environment are constantly evolving. From the latest technology and intricate office interior designs to work friendly policies and open floor plans, the modern office is nothing like the clunky traditional cubicle. Modern office spaces are built to suit the needs of every employee, as opposed to setting furniture in a small sized room and expecting employees to adapt. For increased worker's productivity, here are some elements of a modern office that can make the difference if implemented rightly. 1. Open Floor Plans Building rooms and demarcating spaces with walls make your employees feel territorial and isolated. ...
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How London Architects Renovate And Extend Small London Homes

By Bob Gorman posted 14 days ago
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London is a well know urbanized city with almost no area for new residential projects. Space is a premium asset that can blow up the budget of a family. Because of that, most people in the big cities of the UK live in terraces, flats or micro-flats that weren’t designed thinking in their way of living. Instead of buying or building a new house, Londoners are trying to solve their problem with a more affordable approach, renovating and extending their homes . As renovation in a trend in London, there are a few strategies and challenges that are more common. One of the challenges one of the London’s fastest growing architecture firm Urbanist Architecture ...
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How Architects Can Lose Their Licenses

By Miles Wiseman posted 16 days ago
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Architects can lose their licenses, and this can have a lasting impact on their careers. Licensing is often a requirement when an architect is working on commercial buildings, but the requirements will vary from state-to-state. Generally, when an architect is working on a high-rise building, shopping mall or other commercial project, a valid license is required. The cost of the project may also determine that a license isn’t required. For example, some states will only require a license if the work is over $25,000. Obtaining a license is the easy part, but holding on to the license can be very difficult. Follow your state’s laws and adhere to a ...
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Bad Faith Insurance Issues and Architects

By Miles Wiseman posted 16 days ago
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Architects must have insurance. If a design goes wrong, the architect firm can be held liable for damages. Commercial general liability is a great start to protect a firm, but is it enough? It depends. There are times even when a valid claim is denied . Bad faith can and does happen, and it can be very costly to sue an insurance company. If a case is won, the insurance company will be made to pay legal fees which can be on top of compensation for the insurance bad faith. How Bad Faith Insurance Works Bad faith insurance is when the insurance company looks for ways to escape its obligation. Let's assume that your policy covers the risk of ...
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How Architects are Using Drones in Their Practice

By Miles Wiseman posted 16 days ago
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Drones are more affordable and accessible than ever. They’re popular not only with consumers, but with businesses and professionals as well. Some say drones will revolutionize the architectural profession. That may be an ambitious prediction, but architects are certainly adding this tool to their arsenal. Of course, there are legal concerns to consider, but these are generally easy to address. Drone Builders In 2012, architecture firm Gramazio Kohler Architects and roboticist RaffaelloD’Andrea partnered with ETH Zurich to program drones to lift and stack polystyrene bricks . Federico Augugliaro worked with Gramazio Kohler Research and contributors ...
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An inside look at converting your current home into a rental

By Miles Wiseman posted 16 days ago
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  The reasons why you may want to leave your current home behind can be extremely various. The most common one is moving to another place that fits your needs better. Instead of putting your house up forthe sale, you can actually turn it into a business. The process will involve some effort indeed, and you still have to strive for the highest value when preparing your house for becoming a rental, but the result is so rewarding that it might exceed your expectations. Converting your current home into a rental is a requirement when you can’t seem to sell it no matter what you do. Owning a house that simply sits empty all the time doesn’t bring you any benefits. ...
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A Discussion with Small Firm Owners Mel Price, AIA and Chyanne Husar, AIA

By Jason Tapia AIA posted 17 days ago
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The Small Firm Exchange podcast episode
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Top 7 Qualities to Look for In Real Estate Lawyers in Dubai

By Rohit Agarwal Intl. Assoc. AIA posted 18 days ago
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With Dubai really climbing to the top of the real estate chain, there are some things to look out for. Real Estate lawyers are tough to find, especially the best ones. Which is why research is necessary before you actually venture into finding one. Suppose you have one in mind, what are the qualities that they have and are they enough to get the job done? If not, you will have to rearrange your options. To do that, we have gathered some characteristics that you could look for while searching for a real estate lawyer. 1. Check for Legal License This is obviously the most legally binding quality. Usually, lawyers would refuse to accept matters that are irrelevant ...
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Garden Sheds: Do You Really Need One?

By Bob Gorman posted 19 days ago
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The garden shed is a classic secondary structure that has been in use for centuries, but if you don’t have one in your garden yet, do you really need one at all? The answer will depend on your particular situation, but in general, it never hurts to have one. However, to find out if you are really missing out on anything by not having a garden shed in your own backyard, do read on as we discuss some of the structure’s benefits and why people build them in the first place. The Gardener in You Will Appreciate It If you tend to your own gardening needs then you have a lot to gain from building this structure, as the shed will be a convenient place where ...
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Mega-Corporation Aarchitecture: The Most Impressive Business Headquarters In The World

By Miles Wiseman posted 23 days ago
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Architecture is spectacular regardless of its type. Structures that impress through their size, the construction process or even their purpose remain stuck in people’s heads. What’s even more convenient for those who are passionate about beautiful architecture is to obtain a job position in one of the most remarkable headquarters of the world. Thousands of people get to work in gorgeous buildings each and every day and it proved to be an efficient practice for boosting productivity and attracting new employees. This is the main reason why mega-corporations invest so many resources into their headquarters and they end up being included in architecture tops and ...
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